Optometrist

Location: Winterhaven, CA 92283 and Polacca, AZ 86042 (when required) Shift: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Pacific Time) Estimated Start Date: Pending Award and Completion of Credentialing Process Compensation Hourly Rate: $70.00 Travel weekly stipends (If applicable): $1,246 Please keep in mind that payroll is processed on a biweekly basis. Contract: 6 months - 1 year with an option to extend Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Optometrist to provide comprehensive primary eye care services in an ambulatory care setting. The ideal candidate will perform eye examinations, diagnose and manage ocular conditions, and deliver high-quality, patient-centered vision care while maintaining compliance with IHS and facility standards. Requirements: Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from an accredited institution Active, unrestricted Optometry license in any U.S. state or territory Minimum of2 years of recent experience in primary eye care or ambulatory optometry Current BLS certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross), if required by the facility Experience documenting patient care in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) Ability to obtain and maintain IHS credentialing, clinical privileges, and security clearance Authority to prescribe medications and perform procedures within granted clinical privileges Compliance with continuing education and mandatory training requirements Responsibilities: Perform comprehensive eye exams, vision assessments, and refractions Diagnose and manage ocular diseases, vision disorders, and related eye conditions Prescribe corrective lenses, medications, and treatment plans within clinical privileges Perform and interpret diagnostic testing and minor ocular procedures Document patient encounters and treatment plans accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Coordinate referrals to ophthalmology or specialty care when appropriate Maintain compliance with IHS policies, infection control, patient safety, and quality standards #J-18808-Ljbffr